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Tosha Ann Leggett

Tosha Ann Leggett

licensed Practical Nurse
Columbia,USA

Summary

Detail-oriented and highly analytical Licensed Practical Nurse with over 10 years of experience in HEDIS abstraction, utilization, and clinical review. Specializes in assessing medical necessity for patient treatments. Expertise in analyzing complex clinical data ensures compliance with insurance guidelines while optimizing healthcare costs without compromising patient care standards. Proven track record of effective collaboration with providers to implement evidence-based care plans, enhancing resource allocation in dynamic clinical environments. Recognized for critical thinking, attention to detail, and adaptability to evolving healthcare needs, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes.

Overview

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Licensed Medical Review Nurse

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Mds Coordinator

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Patient Assessment Coordinator

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Medical Office Manager

Work History

Medical Review Nurse

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospitals
08.2025 - Current
  • Reviewed insurance claims for accuracy and completeness, ensuring adherence to reimbursement policies and guidelines.
  • Communicated review findings effectively through written reports or verbal discussions with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all review activities in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Evaluated patient medical records for compliance with clinical guidelines and insurance requirements.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Provided clinical insights to interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
  • Reviewed over 30 patient medical records for compliance with regulatory standards and clinical guide.


Licensed Practical Nurse

Maxim Health Care, Home Health Care
07.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments according to care plans and physician instructions.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to the healthcare team promptly.

MDS Clinical Coordinator

Autumn Lake Healthcare
09.2024 - 09.2025
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid guidelines and reimbursement rules to accurately code MDS assessments.
  • Coordinated patient care initiatives to enhance service delivery and optimize healthcare outcomes.
  • Implemented compliance protocols to ensure adherence to state and federal regulations.
  • Reviewed insurance claims for accuracy and completeness, ensuring adherence to reimbursement policies and guidelines.
  • Collaborated with case managers to develop comprehensive discharge plans that ensured continuity of care post-hospitalization.

Licensed Practical Nurse

North West Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2024


  • Implemented quality control measures to review medical records for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to regulatory standards.
  • Ensured the privacy and security of sensitive patient information by implementing strict access controls and encryption protocols
  • Managed release-of-information requests from patients, legal entities, insurance companies while adhering to legal requirements regarding confidentiality.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to care plans and physician instructions.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to the healthcare team promptly.

Licensed Practical Nurse

LHC Home Health Care
10.2022 - 08.2024
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to care plans and physician instructions.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to the healthcare team promptly.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Ascension
03.2022 - 05.2024
  • Assisted surgical teams by preparing instruments and ensuring sterile environments.
  • Monitored and maintained surgical equipment to uphold operational standards.
  • Assisted surgeons during procedures, ensuring sterile environment and proper instrument availability.
  • Prepared operating rooms by sterilizing instruments and arranging surgical supplies efficiently.

Certified Surgical Technologist II

Sinai Hospital
02.2019 - 01.2023
  • Monitored patient vital signs throughout procedures, alerting medical staff of any changes or concerns.
  • Assisted in preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments for various procedures.
  • Maintained sterile field during surgeries to ensure patient safety.



Front Office Manager

Pasadena pain management
09.2018 - 11.2022
  • Developed training programs for new hires to ensure they were equipped with the necessary skills to perform their roles effectively.
  • Oversaw daily front office operations, ensuring seamless patient scheduling and check-in processes.
  • Implemented efficient workflow systems to enhance patient experience and reduce wait times.

Certified Surgical Technologist II

Glen Burnie Surgery Center
08.2016 - 09.2022
  • Training new staff on the center's policies and procedures
  • Assisted surgeons during procedures, ensuring sterile environment and instrument availability.
  • Prepared operating rooms by sterilizing instruments and arranging surgical equipment efficiently.

Certified Surgical Technologist

University of Maryland Shock Trauma
09.2014 - 01.2017
  • Participated in regular training sessions to stay updated on new techniques or advancements in surgical technology.
  • Coordinated with supply chain management to maintain adequate inventory levels of surgical supplies and equipment.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to streamline surgical procedures.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for maintaining aseptic technique.

Certified Medical Assistant

University of Maryland Women Center
04.2012 - 02.2015


  • Coordinated patient appointments, ensuring efficient scheduling and follow-up reminders.
  • Administered patient care, including vital signs monitoring and preparing exam rooms for procedures.
  • Assisted healthcare providers with examinations, ensuring efficient workflow and patient comfort.

Education

Practical Nurse (Associate's) - Nursing

Lancaster County Career And Technology Center
Lancaster, PA
04.2022

Surgical Technology (Associate's degree) - Surgical Technologist

Fortis Institute
Woodlawn, MD
04.2013

Medical Assistant (Certificate) - Medical Assistant

Medix School
Woodlawn, MD
03.2008

Skills

  • Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems: Expertise in managing and utilizing EHR platforms, specifically Oracle Cerner, Epic, and PointClickCare, including implementation of Clinical Decision Support (CDS) functionality, precise documentation, and accurate nursing documentation
  • Healthcare Compliance & Regulation: In-depth understanding and advocacy for regulatory adherence, including HIPAA requirements, state healthcare regulations, and utilization management
  • Revenue Cycle & Billing Management: Strategic management of revenue, healthcare billing audits, insurance medical billing, and Medicaid reimbursement
  • Clinical & Operational Management: Experience in clinical record analysis, HEDIS data abstraction, utilization review, patient care coordination, telehealth services, and office administration
  • Leadership & Resource Management: Skills in team leadership and development, employee relations, and strategic resource management
  • Technical & Software Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in standard office software (Microsoft Excel and Word), along with Citrix administration

Accomplishments

  • Successfully implemented new process, increasing staff compliance with documentation standards, and leading meeting to improve patient care.
  • Ensured timely completion and submission of all required assessments, which helped maintain federal and state funding.
  • Increased resident satisfaction by ensuring that patient needs were met and care plans were followed.
  • Maximized facility reimbursement by capturing accurate care levels and ensuring correct medical coding.
  • Securing appropriate Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement for the facility by accurately coding MDS assessments to reflect the true complexity and care needs of each resident (Patient-Driven Payment Model - PDPM).
  • Leading and coordinating the interdisciplinary team (nursing, therapy, social work, dietary, etc.) to ensure a holistic and collaborative approach to resident assessment and care planning.

Certification

  • License Practical Nurse April 2022 to September 2026
  • BLS Certification March 2024 to March 2026
  • ACLS Certification
  • Certified Safety Professional
  • Compact State Nurse License
  • First Aid Certification
  • Certified Home Health Aide
  • AHA Certification
  • Certified Surgical Technologist
  • Certified Medical Assistant
  • CCMA Certification
  • AED Certification

Languages

English - Fluent

Work Availability

monday
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Work Preference

Work Type

Part TimeContract WorkFull Time

Location Preference

HybridRemoteOn-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsWork from home option

Software

Electronic health records

Epic

Cerner

Emms

Mobile health

PointClickCare

Interests

Investigating and problem-solving activities

Nurse Educator

Helping and serving other

Telehealth

Advocacy

Affiliations

  • American Nurse Association
  • AST

Quote

You read something which you thought only happened to you, and you discover that it happened 100 years ago to Dostoyevsky. This is a very great liberation for the suffering, struggling person, who always thinks that he is alone. This is why art is important.
James Baldwin

Timeline

Medical Review Nurse

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospitals
08.2025 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Maxim Health Care, Home Health Care
07.2025 - Current

MDS Clinical Coordinator

Autumn Lake Healthcare
09.2024 - 09.2025

Licensed Practical Nurse

LHC Home Health Care
10.2022 - 08.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

North West Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2024

Certified Surgical Technologist

Ascension
03.2022 - 05.2024

Certified Surgical Technologist II

Sinai Hospital
02.2019 - 01.2023

Front Office Manager

Pasadena pain management
09.2018 - 11.2022

Certified Surgical Technologist II

Glen Burnie Surgery Center
08.2016 - 09.2022

Certified Surgical Technologist

University of Maryland Shock Trauma
09.2014 - 01.2017

Certified Medical Assistant

University of Maryland Women Center
04.2012 - 02.2015

Practical Nurse (Associate's) - Nursing

Lancaster County Career And Technology Center

Surgical Technology (Associate's degree) - Surgical Technologist

Fortis Institute

Medical Assistant (Certificate) - Medical Assistant

Medix School